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The Midwife's Coracle.

Barker, S. A., Todres, L. and Biley, F., 2011. The Midwife's Coracle. In: Post Graduate Research Conference, 3rd Annual , 12 January 2011, Bournemouth University. (Unpublished)

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Abstract

This study has been conducted using the Husserlian philosophical approach with Giorgi’s psychological method (Giorgi 1985) Using this method eight midwives were interviewed to explore their lifeworld experiences of emotionally supporting women becoming mothers. The descriptions shared by the midwives of their experiences led to an understanding that emotional support is a special type of care. This care occurs in an intimate relationship between midwives and woman and nestles in a ‘circle of care’ including other professionals and the woman’s family. Midwife’s can be seen to be using themselves to support, guide and protect women at times of emotional turmoil. The metaphor of a coracle has been used to create a visual image of this care. The little round boat holding the woman safely above turbulent waters to facilitate a sense of comfort and inner peace.

Item Type:Conference or Workshop Item (Poster)
Group:Faculty of Health & Social Sciences
ID Code:17550
Deposited By: Dr Sue Barker LEFT
Deposited On:29 Mar 2011 09:41
Last Modified:14 Mar 2022 13:38

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